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ActiveSpeed
ActiveSpeed Manual
DataFlow Instructions
Pairing an ActiveSpeed
1. Download the 'Active Tools DataFlow' app from the App or Play store.
2. Open the DataFlow app and select ‘Pair’.
3. Turn on your ActiveSpeed, enter the ‘Main Menu’ and select ‘DataFlow’ and then ‘Pair Smartphone’.
4. Return to the DataFlow app on your phone and select ‘Add New Device’. A list of searched devices with appear and you then need to select your ActiveSpeed. This will be named ‘AS NAME XXXXXXXX’ by default but you can edit its name in ‘Main Menu’, ‘Settings’ and ‘Device Name’.
5. When prompted enter the pin number displayed on your ActiveSpeed into the DataFlow mobile app and wait a few moments.
6. Your device should now be successfully paired.
Uploading Activities from your ActiveSpeed
Note – The DataFlow app is used to transfer data to your preferred analytical site, it does not allow the analysis of workouts itself.
1. Your ActiveSpeed must be paired to your phone via the DataFlow app before you are able to upload any activities (please refer to the ‘Pairing an ActiveSpeed’ section for this). If you want the data you upload to then be automatically transferred out from your phone you will also need to set that up (please refer to the “Automatically transferring your data from the DataFlow app to your desired analytics site/training log” section for this).
2. Open the DataFlow App and select ‘Data’.
3. Enter the ‘Main Menu’ on your ActiveSpeed and go to ‘Data Flow’ and then select ‘Upload Activities’.
4. Any new activities will now be uploaded.
Automatically transferring your data from the DataFlowapp to your desired analytics site/training log
1. Open the DataFlow app on your phone.
2. Got to ‘Settings’ and select ‘Sharing’. Here you will find a list of available sites to automatically send your data.
3. Select ‘Edit’ on your desired site, you will then be prompted to sign in and allow permissions for the DataFlow app to transfer data.
4. Once this is complete, you can select the ‘Auto Sync’ button on the ‘Sharing’ screen in the DataFlow app. When the ‘Auto Sync’ button is highlighted blue this means any new data uploaded to the app will automatically be sent to that site.
5. If you would prefer to upload only certain sessions to your chosen site then complete the above steps but leave the ‘Auto Sync’ button un-selected. Activities you would like uploaded will then need to be manually selected and shared. You can do this by going back to the ‘Data’ screen on the app. You then need to identify the activity you would like to upload and select the sharing logo , you can then select the logo of your chosen site to upload the activity.
Note – If your desired site/logger is not listed please take a look at the following site to see if it is listedon there, you can then upload to it via dropbox - https://tapiriik.com/
Transferring data from the DataFlow app to an email account
Note – You will need an email account set up on you mobile to use this function
1. Open the DataFlow app on your phone.
2. Got to ‘Settings’ then ‘Sharing’ and select ‘Edit’ to the right of ‘Email’.
3. Enter the email address you would like your activities sent to.
4. Activities you would like emailed need to be manually selected and shared. You can do this by going back to the ‘Data’ screen.
5. You then need to identify the activity you would like to email and select the sharing logo.
6. Select the ‘Email’ button and you will automatically be taken to your phone’s email app with the desired file attached. Here you can enter an email subject to identify the activity and then send the file.
Updating your ActiveSpeed Firmware
1. On the DataFlow app got to ‘Settings’ and select ‘Update Firmware’. You will then see two files displayed, one ‘AS core’ file and one ‘AS BLE’ file both these files have a version
number, this is the number following the V, for example ‘AS BLE V0006’.
2. You now need to check the version of firmware you currently have installed on your ActiveSpeed, to see if any updates are required. You do this by entering the ‘Main Menu’ on your ActiveSpeed and going to ‘Settings’ and ‘About’. Here you will find the version numbers for your current firmware displayed. If either of these differ to those shown in the DataFlow app then an update is required and you should proceed with the below steps. If the numbers match then no update is required.
3. Go back to the ‘Main Menu’ on your ActiveSpeed and select ‘Data Flow’ and then ‘Check for Updates’. Make sure the DataFlow app is still on the ‘Update Firmware’ screen and press ‘Enter’ on your ActiveSpeed.
4. Back on the DataFlow app you now need to select either the ‘AS Core’ or ‘AS BLE’ file that you wish to update. If you need to update both files you will need to repeat this process for each file.
5. Once you have selected the file and confirmed that is the file you would like to update, wait for the file to download (progress is displayed on your ActiveSpeed). If the download has been successful, you will be notified on both the App and your ActiveSpeed. If your file download failed, make sure your device is paired and try again.
6. If the download was successful, you now need to install the file on your ActiveSpeed. First press the ‘Back’ button to go back into the ‘Data Flow Menu’ and select ‘Install Updates’. The latest versions of either the ‘Core’ or ‘BLE’ firmware should now be displayed (depending on what you downloaded) and you can press ‘Enter’ to install it. Please note you will need at least three bars of battery to install updates.
7. Allow the update to fully install, you MUST NOT turn off or reset your unit while an update is taking place. Once the update has installed your ActiveSpeed will automatically reboot and once it has turned back on it is ready to use!
CoxOrb Manuals
CoxOrb Platinum
CoxOrb Tungsten
CoxOrb Cobalt
CoxOrb Steel
Template Graph Files & FAQ
CoxOrb Platinum Template Graph
Open the Excel template file (note Excel may ask you if it is safe to enable macros on this document).
When opening the template file you will be prompted to import a Graph File. Locate the folder that contains your CoxOrb CSV Graph Files and select the one you wish to view.
Once you have selected a file your graphs will be automatically generated and displayed in separate workbooks. Note there is also a workbook that contains the raw data.
Save your file, making sure to change the file name as not to overwrite the template file and repeat steps 1-3 for any other graph files you wish to view.
CoxOrb Tungsten Template Graph
Open the Excel template file (note Excel may ask you if it is safe to enable macros on this document).
When opening the template file you will be prompted to import a Graph File. Locate the folder that contains your CoxOrb CSV Graph Files and select the one you wish to view.
Once you have selected a file your graphs will be automatically generated and displayed in separate workbooks. Note there is also a workbook that contains the raw data.
Save your file, making sure to change the file name as not to overwrite the template file and repeat steps 1-3 for any other graph files you wish to view.
Wiring Loom Manuals
Wiring Loom Instructions - Platinum
Wiring Loom Instructions - Standard
Impeller & Impeller Sensor Installation Instructions
Rate Meter Manuals & FAQ
ActiveTime Rate Meter
Are these units suitable for all boat types and any water conditions?
They are designed for use in 'racing' sliding seat rowing boats used in rowable water conditions. They can work in other situations but are likely to give less stable readings.
Can I use them when Coxing?
When coxing they will be mounted at 180 degrees to their normal orientation and will generally not work correctly.
Technical Specification
Size - 66mm tall, 58mm wide and 24mm thick (2.6" tall, 2.3" wide and 0.9" thick)
Weight
70 grams (2.5 ounces)
Physical protection
Waterproof to 2m (6 ft) submersion and shock resistant.
Display
Stroke rates are displayed to ½ stroke accuracy from 17-55 and
ActiveTime timings are in 1 second increments. The rating numbers on the display are 19mm tall.
Battery
A CR2032 battery is fitted. When replacing it a new battery compartment O-Ring
seal is required and these are available free. Battery life is
approximately 150 hours.
Parts supplied
Units are supplied with a silicone protective bumper, two alternative mounting brackets, full instructions and 2 spare battery compartment O-Ring seals.
Warranty
Two year warranty on units.
ActiveRate Rate Meter
Are these units suitable for all boat types and any water conditions?
They are designed for use in 'racing' sliding seat rowing boats used in rowable water conditions. They can work in other situations but are likely to give less stable readings.
Can I use them when Coxing?
When coxing they will be mounted at 180 degrees to their normal orientation and will generally not work correctly.
Technical Specification
Size - 66mm tall, 58mm wide and 24mm thick (2.6" tall, 2.3" wide and 0.9" thick)
Weight
70 grams (2.5 ounces)
Physical protection
Waterproof to 2m (6 ft) submersion and shock resistant.
Display
Stroke rates are displayed to ½ stroke accuracy from 17-55 and
ActiveTime timings are in 1 second increments. The rating numbers on the display are 19mm tall.
Battery
A CR2032 battery is fitted. When replacing it a new battery compartment O-Ring
seal is required and these are available free. Battery life is
approximately 150 hours.
Parts supplied
Units are supplied with a silicone protective bumper, two alternative mounting brackets, full instructions and 2 spare battery compartment O-Ring seals.
Warranty
Two year warranty on units.
Adjustable Rowing Shoe Manuals & FAQ
Adjustable Rowing Shoes
I need to replace some shoes in one of our club boats and want to fit Active Tools shoes. Will they be a direct replacement?
The shoes have standard Adidas fixing points which have been carefully researched to fit as many footplates as possible. However there are variations in fixing positions on conventional shoes so problems can still occur. The shoes are therefore supplied with a template that makes it easy to put new holes in the footplate in exactly the right places.
Alternatively we are happy to supply new Aluminium plates either with or without holes.
If a pair of Active Tools shoes ever needs replacing they are guaranteed to fit, as the fixings are precision moulded into the shoe bases.
Do the shoes come with heel ties?
Each pair of shoes comes with two sets of ties so that you have a spare set when the originals need replacing. These are high quality ties (rock climbing accessory cord) rather than 'shoe laces'. However heel ties often become frayed because the tie holes in the footplates have sharp
edges so it is essential to check them every few weeks.
Are replacement parts available for the shoes?
The main straps are available as replacement parts as the Velcro inevitably degrades over a period of hard use. They come as a set with new Toes Straps as the webbing on these can also deteriorate over time and they
are vital to the function of the shoe.
Technical Spec
Sizes
The shoes adjust from UK size 9 to 14 (European size 42 to 48).
Materials
The internal chassis parts are moulded from high grade Acetal and glass filled Nylon polymers and the external parts are antibacterial EVA foam.
Guarantee
The shoes come with a six-year 'reasonable use' guarantee while the straps are guaranteed for 12 months. In the unlikely event that any problems occur Active Tools reserve the right to fit replacement parts rather than replace the complete shoe.
Shoe Template Large
Shoe Template Small
Rigging Tool Manuals & FAQ
Self Centering Span Gauge
How accurate is the self-centering span gauge?
The gauge can allow you to easily achieve an accuracy of 2mm or less.
What range of boat widths can the gauge accommodate? From 350 to 750mm
Does the self-centering span gauge suit all boat types?
In general the gauge works best where a tape measure would have been used previously. If the oarlocks/swivels are much higher than the gunnels/saxboards, which is generally the case with sculling boats, the tool can't give accurate readings. However if the sculling boat has a wing rigger you can often measure to the centre of the pin underneath
the rigger.
Do Active-Tools recommend span settings?
We do not recommend span settings but information is available on the Internet and the book ‘Nuts & Bolts Guide to Rigging’ covers the subject in some detail.
Size
745mm x 65mm x 30mm
One-Set Pitch Gauge (discontinued)
How accurate is the one-set pitch gauge?
The gauge can allow you to easily achieve an accuracy of 0.25°.
Can the gauge be used to set lateral pitch?
Yes, providing the boat is well supported the gauge can be used to check the lateral pitches on the boat without repeated adjustment of the instrument.
What range of oarlock/swivel and blade pitches can the gauge accommodate?
From 0 to 7°.
What footstretcher angle range can the gauge accommodate?
From 38 to 45°.
Does the boat have to be horizontal to use the gauge? No, but it does need to be within five degrees of horizontal (bow to stern) and in practice this only rules out
using the gauge when the boat is at an extreme angle.
Does the extension suit all blades?
The extension has a straight edge 255mm long and this allows most blade types to have their pitch angles measured directly.
Do Active-Tools recommend pitch settings?
We do not recommend pitch settings but information is available on the Internet and the book ‘Nuts & Bolts Guide to Rigging’ covers the subject in some detail.
Size
150mm x 70mm x 20mm
Laser Beam Height Gauge (discontinued)
How accurate is the laser beam height gauge?
The laser beam height gauge allows you to easily achieve an accuracy of 2mm or less.
What height range can the gauge accommodate?
From 130 to 200mm
Does the laser beam height gauge suit all boat types?
In its standard form the height tool can only be used where the top of the seat is below the edges of the gunnels/saxboards. With sculling boats this is sometimes not the case so ActiveTools offer optional spacers that can be fitted to solve this problem. Alternatively a slightly less
accurate measurement can be taken by putting the height tool across the boat in front of the seat and using a tape measure to take a reading (see user guide).
The boat must not be more
than 700mm wide across the inner edges of the gunnels/saxboards and the
gunnels/saxboards must be even.
What powers the laser?
Two AAA/LR03/24A batteries are used. These should last at least two years and can then easily be replaced.
Do Active-Tools recommend height settings?
We do not recommend height settings but information is available on the
Internet and the book ‘Nuts & Bolts Guide to Rigging’ covers the
subject in some detail.
Size
705mm x 40mm x 35mm